A photo of Denison's barb

Denison's barb Profile

Sahyadria denisonii

ℹ️ Overview

Denison's barb, also known as the Red Line Torpedo Barb, is a vibrant freshwater fish known for its eye-catching appearance. It features a silver body adorned with a horizontal black line and a distinctive red line that runs from the middle of its body to the tail, making it a stunning addition to aquariums. Originating from the fast-flowing hill streams of Western Ghats in India, this fish has a sleek, torpedo-shaped body, hence its nickname. It has become increasingly popular in the aquarium hobby due to its striking colors and peaceful nature, although it requires specific water conditions to thrive.

📊 Datasheet

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  • AffordabilityExpensive
  • DifficultyModerate
  • HardinessModerate
  • pH6.0 - 7.5
  • PopularityPopular
  • RarityUncommon
  • Temperature22.0 - 26.0 °C

Please note: These values are based on the average of various confirmed sources.

Neptune’s rating:

Based on 40 data points

58

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